We wish you the best of luck, Coach!!!

You are a true Bear! You helped our program on the map and wish you the best! I hope you enjoy your retirement and get to do things you've always wanted to do. Bay area is truly the best place to live. Good Luck!

DN Retires

BearinOC said:

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I want Chelsea Spencer from Texas as HC.
I want Jolene Henderson as Assistant HC and Pitching Coach.
Then I want Valerie Arioto as Assistant HC as Hitting Coach.
Kobie Pettis and Kylie Reed as Recruiters and Assistants.

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Right now Cal only has 3 paid coaching positions! As a non revenue sport I doubt we could afford 5 coaches!

Like Chelsea as HC but would like to see Haley Woods (hitting) and Kristiana Thorson (pitching)! Both have experience in coaching

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OBear073akaSMFan said:

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BearinOC said:

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I want Chelsea Spencer from Texas as HC.
I want Jolene Henderson as Assistant HC and Pitching Coach.
Then I want Valerie Arioto as Assistant HC as Hitting Coach.
Kobie Pettis and Kylie Reed as Recruiters and Assistants.

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Haley Woods (hitting) .297 avg and 32 HR.
Valerie Arioto .333 avg and 31 HR.

I remember Haley well. She was a beast as well. I like Valerie more though since she is younger who could relate more with the younger athletes. Also, just the fact that she is on the USA squad, she has instant recognition.

Kristiana Thorson (pitching) I remember this (goth) girl! She had personality for sure. Her .109 ERA was impressive. I can't find the stats on Jolene Henderson but I remember her dominating games. She also hit .290 and has a sister was a power hitter too. The fact that she is on the Florida coaching squad would go along way with recruits too. We definitely have the impressive ped

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Thanks Diane for building this program into a powerhouse. I am wishing you all of the best in your health.

Thank you, Coach Ninemire, for all that you've done for Cal softball.

Here's hoping Cal Athletics honors your legacy by including your name in the new facility.
I'm thinking: "Diane Ninemire Diamond at Levine Fricke Field"

Go Bears!!!